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Will McFadden is joined by Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic to discuss Raheem Morris's time with the Los Angeles Rams. We know Morris was an integral part of the Rams' success over the last few years, but Jourdan reveals why he might have been even more essential than we initially thought. Now, as he comes back to Atlanta, how will the time Morris spent out West benefit the Falcons? Will and Jourd...

Will McFadden is joined by Aaron Freeman of Locked On Falcons to discuss Atlanta's approach to the NFL Draft. Should the Falcons go with their top edge rusher at pick No. 8 or take another option on the table? They could have some enticing trade-back offers, but the chance to add a Top 10 player for the fourth straight year is very compelling. What exactly should the Falcons do at the end of the m...

Will McFadden is joined by Kevin Knight, host of the Dirty Birds & Brews podcast and a writer at The Falcoholics, to do a live mock draft! Will and Kevin will go through the first four rounds using Pro Football Focus's mock draft simulator to make the Falcons' first five picks. They will discuss the route Atlanta should take at each pick as well as the players who present the most value. Are t...

Will McFadden discusses yet another piece that has the Falcons as the clear winners of free agency, and why the acquisition of Kirk Cousins may benefit Zac Robinson as much as anyone else in the organization. Then, he shares his thoughts on the big changes to the NFL's kickoff rules and why this could ultimately be a way for the league to have its cake and eat it too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

Will McFadden is joined by Luke Easterling of Athlon Sports to reflect on how free agency has reshuffled the NFC South pecking order and walk through his recent 4-round mock draft. With Kirk Cousins in the fold, Luke expects the Falcons to target defense in this year's draft and he's got some exciting names in mind for Atlanta. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

Will McFadden is joined by Dr. David Chao, who spent 17 years as team doctor for the San Diego Chargers and is now providing injury analysis on Twitter as @profootballdoc. He explains the expected recovery timeline for Kirk Cousins' Achilles injury and any potential pitfalls or concerns in the rehab process. Dr. Chao also shares his thoughts on the NFL's investigation into tampering after Cousins...

BREAKING NEWS!! Will McFadden reacts live on-mic to the reports that the Falcons were preparing to trade Desmond Ridder. That was quickly followed by the news that Ridder was going to the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for fourth-year receiver Rondale Moore, which Will responds to as it happens. Later in the episode, Will is joined by ESPN reporter Mike Rothstein to break down Atlanta's signing of...

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli react to the news that Kirk Cousins will reportedly become the Falcons' next starting quarterback. Atlanta is spending big money to bring in the veteran signal-caller to get back to the playoffs and stabilize the franchise. Cousins will be 36 next season and is coming off an Achilles injury, but the Falcons are hoping the four-time Pro Bowler can become their versio...

Our position review series concludes with a look at the safeties. Jessie Bates was a revelation for the Falcons in 2023, and host Will McFadden explains why he is poised for similar success in a new defensive scheme. There are a few other important players in this group, including Richie Grant. Three years into his NFL career, Grant has shown some flashes but hasn't impressed the way many hoped. I...

Will McFadden is joined by Trevor Sikkema, the lead NFL Draft analyst at Pro Football Focus. They discuss the quarterback prospects who best fit Atlanta's new offense and why it could make sense for the Falcons to go with a veteran option. Then, Trevor shares some of the non-quarterback options who could be on the table at No. 8 if the Falcons want to continue their BPA approach. Will and Trevor d...

Will McFadden takes a close look at Atlanta's cornerback room. A.J. Terrell enters the final year of his rookie contract and is firmly established as the team's top corner. But the Falcons are once again in the market for a long-term option at the No. 2 spot. This year's draft offers several enticing options, but Atlanta could also make a play in free agency to land a starter. In-house, the Falcon...

Will McFadden continues the position review series with a look at the Falcons' inside linebackers. This was the biggest pleasant surprise of the 2023 season, and the emergence of players like Kaden Elliss and Nate Landman helped Atlanta overcome the early loss of Troy Andersen. Andersen is set to return for a pivotal third year, which could be huge for the Falcons. However, will a new defense shri...

Will McFadden is joined by Josh Kendall of The Athletic, who is out at the NFL Combine covering the Atlanta Falcons. The two discuss the swirling Justin Fields rumors as well as what Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot had to say about Atlanta's quarterback search. Will and Josh also go over the NFLPA's recently released report card and what it had to say about the Falcons' head coach. Finally, they...

Will McFadden takes a look at Atlanta's edge defenders, which is a position in flux as Raheem Morris arrives with a new defensive scheme. Two of the most productive players at the position are set to hit free agency, but could either Calais Campbell or Bud Dupree find their way back to the Falcons for another season? There are some promising young players in this group, but Atlanta could take a lo...

Our position review series returns with a look at the defense. Will McFadden goes through the Falcons' defensive line production last season and shares his expectations for the changes the could be coming. New defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake has said the Falcons will use a 3-4 base front, but the roster is set up to handle that transition well. Will explains why as he takes a deep dive into the D...

Will McFadden is joined by his Bleav colleague Joe DeLeone, host of The First Team, to get into some NFL Draft talk. Will and Joe have each released new mock drafts, and they go through some of the biggest surprises and eye-catching player/team pairings. They examine a loaded receiver class and how that could have a ripple effect on the first round. Will's Mock Draft Joe's Mock Draft Hosted by Sim...

The offensive part of our position review series concludes with a look at the tight end position. This group was central to Arthur Smith's offense but could look different come this Fall. One thing that won't change: The Falcons need to figure out how to get Kyle Pitts going. He has yet to live up to his lofty draft status, but there's hope that he could thrive if Atlanta lands the right quarterba...

Next up in our position review series is a look at the Falcons' wide receivers. Drake London's stats don't signify a huge leap forward in his second season, but he firmly established himself as a No. 1 option in the NFL. London's toughness, acrobatics and versatility have become hallmarks of his game, and it's clear the future looks bright for the first-round pick. Outside of London, however, the...

Our position review series continues with an in-depth look at the Falcons' offensive line. Will McFadden breaks down the stats for Atlanta's starters, explains the salary cap outlook and discusses why the continuity at the position sets the Falcons up well moving forward. Should fans expect any changes to the unit this offseason? Listen to find out! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

Our position review continues with a look at the Falcons' running backs. Will McFadden analyzes the production of the unit in 2023 before turning to what the future could hold for Bijan Robinson, Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson. Should fans expect any more moves at running back this offseason? Plus, the player coming back who could impact this group in a big way. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

In the first installment of our position review series on the Falcons, Will McFadden takes a close look at the quarterback room. He lays out the decision Atlanta made that paid off in one way and backfired in another, but it's a gamble that cost Arthur Smith his job. Now, Raheem Morris knows the team needs to get the quarterback spot right. With such a big decision coming up, let's set the table a...

Will McFadden provides his initial takeaways from Raheem Morris's introductory press conference as Atlanta Falcons head coach. Morris was asked about his growth as a coach since his least time as the leader of a team, his decision to bring in Zac Robinson as offensive coordinator and the team's quarterback position. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

Will McFadden digs into the first wave of coaching hires for Raheem Morris's staff in Atlanta. The Falcons have named their three coordinators, which includes one holdover from Arthur Smith's crew. In fact, Morris is keeping a few notable names around in Atlanta, which is a different approach than we typically see. Will explains why that may be and why he's excited to see some of the names who are...

Will McFadden and Ovie Mughelli have had some time to digest the hiring of Raheem Morris as the Atlanta Falcons' newest head coach, and they've gathered to talk it through. Was it the right decision to go in a different direction than Bill Belichick? Does Morris have the right makeup to get the Falcons back into the playoffs? Will and Ovie discuss Morris's qualifications and strengths as a coach,...

The Atlanta Falcons have a new head coach! Will McFadden reacts to the reports that Raheem Morris will be hired as the Falcons' new head coach, returning to Atlanta after his run with the organization under Dan Quinn. What does the hire say about the Falcons, and is it the right move to help them compete right away? Will share his thoughts on those questions and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...